Growing Outdoors at White Oak Elementary
Spring Trimester Exploratories – Happening Now!
Spring Registration Deadline – Wednesday, February 22nd
Spring Trimester Exploratory descriptions are listed below
- Spring Trimester Exploratories begin on Monday, February 27th.
- Exploratories will meet 9-10 times, depending on the day of the week and the grade level.
- Exploratories take place Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday each week.
- Exploratories are divided into two age groups: Kindergarten-Third Grade (TK option on Wednesdays!), and Fourth-Fifth Grade.
- Registration must be completed and submitted online.
*Please note that these are the exploratories being offered for the Spring Trimester (February 27 – May 11).
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(Select the tabs below to see all options – TK option on Wednesdays!)
LEGO: A Space Adventure! – 2:15pm – 3:15pm – Click here to view flier!
*This Exploratory is open to 1st-5th grade students only
Get inspired to go on your own adventure and join us on mission to space! Each week, students will learn about real-life space exploration through STEM based lessons and pair up to build a new LEGO® mod- el related to the NASA space program. We’ll pair up to build NASA spacecraft, space rovers and more in this exciting session. Are you a budding astronaut? An adventurer who loves space exploration? Then you’ll love our space themed projects. Let Growing Outdoors launch your imagination to outer-space and beyond!
Cost: $280 (10 Classes) Class Dates: February 27; March 6, 13, 20, 27; April 10, 17, 24; May 1, 8 (No Class: April 3)
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Professor Egghead Science Superheroes! – 2:15pm – 3:15pm – Click here to view flier!
Calling all Eggheads to the lab with the SCIENCE SYMBOL! Eggheads become science superheroes this session as they bend their vision, learn about super smelling, crazy illusions, ultrasonic hearing and tons more! Each week, Eggheads will learn the science behind super strength and all the other things our superheroes need, and take home their experiment to help them be super themselves! At the end of the session, every Egghead will become an official Science Superhero with a Degree to prove it!
Cost: $280 (10 Classes) Class Dates: February 27; March 6, 13, 20, 27; April 10, 17, 24; May 1, 8 (No Class: April 3)
Woodworking – Lemonade Stand Project! – 2:15pm – 3:15pm – Click here for a photo of the project!
*This exploratory is open to 1st-5th grade students only
“Lemonade! Lemonade! Get your fresh Lemonade! Only 50 cents!” Did you know that the earliest known lemonade stands were first introduced in Brooklyn as early as 1873. But lemonade existed long before then. The origins of Lemonade can be traced all the way back to 500 A.D. where the Egyptians would mix lemon juice with sugar to make a drink called qatarmizat. In our own state of California, we produce 90% of the United States lemon crop. Gone are the days where you can get fresh lemonade for only 50 cents! But you can still construct your very own lemonade stand and keep your profits safe inside. Our trained instructors will teach you how to cut, glue, sand, and more. At the end of the session, you will add your own touches to make your lemonade stand out among the rest!
Cost: $305 + $45 Materials fee (10 Classes) Class Dates: February 28; March 7, 14, 21, 28; April 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9 (No Class: April 4)
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Great Math Foundations by Mathnasium! – 2:15pm – 2:45pm – Click here to view flier!
Math games and problem solving activities so students can exercise “math muscles” and build number sense! All skill levels welcome!
Cost: $305 (10 Classes) Class Dates: February 28; March 7, 14, 21, 28; April 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9 (No Class: April 4)
Sky High Dance! – 1:00pm – 2:00pm – Click here to view flier!
*Open to TK too!
Sky High Dance is devoted to motivating and inspiring children to live richer and fuller lives through dance. We use captivating stories, special dance games, and positive music to cultivate every child’s confidence. Our class is open to ALL LEVELS, both boys and girls! New and returning students are welcome!
Cost: $260 (10 Classes) Class Dates: March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; April 12, 19, 26; May 3, 10 (No Class: April 5)
*For students enrolled in this exploratory, Growing Outdoors provides a supervised lunch period before the exploratory begins at 1:00.
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Glass Art Fusion! – 1:00pm – 2:00pm – Click here for a neat video about Fireglass Studio!
*This exploratory is open to 1st-5th grade students only
Growing Outdoors and Fire Glass Studio are proud to offer a unique art enrichment program! In this class, participants will discover the amazing world of fused-glass and mixed-media. Each student will create beautiful projects such as candle holders, holiday ornaments, small dishes, suncatchers, and much more. Come learn how to cut, shape, and form glass to make amazing artworks out of glass and other media too!
Cost: $310 + $20 Materials fee (10 Classes) Class Dates: March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; April 12, 19, 26; May 3, 10 (No Class: April 5)
*For students enrolled in this exploratory, Growing Outdoors provides a supervised lunch period before the exploratory begins at 1:00.
Yoga! – 2:15pm – 3:15pm
Join us for mindful movement and play! New yogis will develop focus, strength, flexibility and coordination in this fun, active, imaginative yoga class. Kids practice the basics of a real yoga routine through the use of playful yoga games, easy yoga postures (traditional ones and some creative new ones that the kids may create) and an occasional story or craft to facilitate the experience of mindfulness. Students also learn breathing, meditation and visualization techniques, sense of self and respect for others and tools and tricks for navigating big emotions. All skill and experience levels are welcome.
Cost: $190 (9 Classes) Class Dates: March 2, 16, 23, 30; April 13, 20, 27; May 4, 11 (No Class: March 9; April 6)
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Super Soccer Stars! – 2:15pm – 3:15pm – Click here to view flier!
Super Soccer Stars teaches soccer skills in a fun, non-competitive, and educational environment. Through an age–specific curriculum, soccer is used to nurture, build self-confidence, and develop teamwork. Low child-to-coach ratios and positive reinforcement ensure that each child improves at his or her own pace!
Cost: $280 (9 Classes) Class Dates: March 2, 16, 23, 30; April 13, 20, 27; May 4, 11 (No Class: March 9; April 6)
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Get inspired to go on your own adventure and join us on mission to space! Each week, students will learn about real-life space exploration through STEM based lessons and pair up to build a new LEGO® mod- el related to the NASA space program. We’ll pair up to build NASA spacecraft, space rovers and more in this exciting session. Are you a budding astronaut? An adventurer who loves space exploration? Then you’ll love our space themed projects. Let Growing Outdoors launch your imagination to outer-space and beyond!
Cost: $280 (10 Classes) Class Dates: February 27; March 6, 13, 20, 27; April 10, 17, 24; May 1, 8 (No Class: April 3)
“Lemonade! Lemonade! Get your fresh Lemonade! Only 50 cents!” Did you know that the earliest known lemonade stands were first introduced in Brooklyn as early as 1873. But lemonade existed long before then. The origins of Lemonade can be traced all the way back to 500 A.D. where the Egyptians would mix lemon juice with sugar to make a drink called qatarmizat. In our own state of California, we produce 90% of the United States lemon crop. Gone are the days where you can get fresh lemonade for only 50 cents! But you can still construct your very own lemonade stand and keep your profits safe inside. Our trained instructors will teach you how to cut, glue, sand, and more. At the end of the session, you will add your own touches to make your lemonade stand out among the rest!
Cost: $305 + $45 Materials fee (10 Classes) Class Dates: February 28; March 7, 14, 21, 28; April 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9 (No Class: April 4)
*This exploratory is open to 1st-5th grade students
Growing Outdoors and Fire Glass Studio are proud to offer a unique art enrichment program! In this class, participants will discover the amazing world of fused-glass and mixed-media. Each student will create beautiful projects such as candle holders, holiday ornaments, small dishes, suncatchers, and much more. Come learn how to cut, shape, and form glass to make amazing artworks out of glass and other media too!
Cost: $310 + $20 Materials fee (10 Classes) Class Dates: March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; April 12, 19, 26; May 3, 10 (No Class: April 5)
*For students enrolled in this exploratory, Growing Outdoors provides a supervised lunch period before the exploratory begins at 1:00.
Super Soccer Stars teaches soccer skills in a fun, non-competitive, and educational environment. Through an age-specific curriculum, soccer is used to nurture, build self-confidence, and develop teamwork. Low child-to-coach ratios and positive reinforcement ensure that each child improves at his or her own pace!
Cost: $280 (9 Classes) Class Dates: March 2, 16, 23, 30; April 13, 20, 27; May 4, 11 (No Class: March 9; April 6)
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What are the Covid-19 Procedures for Growing Outdoors?
Following updated guidance from the CDC and the California Department of Public Health, masks became optional during Spring 2022 Growing Outdoors programs. As we enter the 2022-2023 school year, we will continue to monitor guidance and requirements, and adjust accordingly, as needed.
What are the additional LVUSD fees in my registration?
While we’ve built these fees into our exploratory costs in the past, we have made them separate to help you better understand what your payment is going towards!
Why a new After-School Enrichment Program?
A few features of the Growing Outdoors program:
- We have a Site Coordinator on campus from before the first program begins until the last child is picked up! The Site Coordinator will be reachable by phone while program is running, have a health form for each child, a first aid kit, student lists, and release/emergency information.
- There is a Growing Outdoors Exploratory Leader in each class! Our trained staff person is there to focus on the students’ well being, while the vendor or Program Specialist will handle the instruction of the activity. Our staff person can help with any individual or emotional problems that may arise, so the instructor can focus on the activity as a whole. They will also handle attendance and dismissal (don’t forget to bring your picture ID!) so you can be sure that your child is well cared for.
- The Site Coordinator and each Exploratory Leader will have a walkie talkie so additional assistance is only a walkie talkie call away!
- Registration and payment for all after-school exploratories happens online, making it easier for you!
What happens if my child participates in the YMCA after-care program?
If YMCA opens back up on campus at White Oak, then Growing Outdoors will return to our usual policy: At the end of each exploratory, Growing Outdoors staff will walk those children enrolled in YMCA program from their exploratory to the appropriate location.
Why aren’t there more options for Transitional Kindergarten (TK) students?
Why are the exploratories divided into trimesters?
What do I do if my child has to miss an exploratory day?
Why does registration close before the first day of each exploratory?
Why are the exploratories priced differently?
What does my exploratory tuition pay for?
There are many factors that affect Growing Outdoors exploratory prices! These might include:
- We have a Site Coordinator on campus from before the first program begins until the last child is picked up!
- There is a Growing Outdoors Exploratory Leader in each class! Our trained staff person is there to focus on the students’ well-being, while the Vendor or Program Specialist will handle the instruction of the activity.
- We are dedicated to offering the highest quality after-school programs to our families! Each exploratory has a Vendor or Program Specialist who provides specialized and exciting instruction. To make this possible, each has a fee of their own which makes up the bulk of our exploratory pricing.
- Each school district requires use rental fees for all indoor and outdoor exploratory locations. These fees go directly back to your school district!